Criminal Procedure

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This straightforward introduction to criminal procedure combines case excerpts with clear, detailed legal discussion and analysis to equip readers with a solid understanding of the field. Widely acclaimed author Dr. Joel Samaha is known for his unique ability to help readers grasp the complexities of law by clearly and carefully presenting all sides of an issue. The exciting new Eighth Edition addresses the entire criminal procedure process--from search and seizure to post-conviction sentencing and review by appellate courts--while providing new or expanded coverage of such key issues as terrorism/homeland security, the USA-PATRIOT Act, searches and seizures, military tribunals, recent changes to sentencing guidelines, and more.

Preface

Criminal Procedure: the Big Picture

The Constitution and Criminal Procedure

Searches and Seizures

Stop and Frisk

Seizures of Persons: Arrest

Searches for Evidence

Special-Needs Searches

Police Interrogation and Confessions

Identification Procedures

Constitutional Violations: Exclusionary Rule and Entrapment

Constitutional Violations: Other Remedies against Government Misconduct

Starting Court Proceedings

Pretrial, Trial, and Conviction

After Conviction

Criminal Procedure in Crisis Times

Appendix: 1st, 8th, and 14th Amendments of the Constitution of the United States